We quickly touch upon three fragrances from the CoSTUME NATIONAL line: one for men, women, and an androgynous third. The gents will be interested in their “Homme EDP:” “The fragrance opens with a very fresh blend of grapefruit, cardamom and bergamot. The essence then plunges into the spicy heart of Cinnamon, Thyme and Cloves. In the end, Patchouli, Sandalwood and Labdanum give depth and warmth to the general accord.” The androgynous “Scent Intense EDP” is stated to push out “hibiscus on a bed of rich amber while driving straight in the amber.” Those interested can sample the scent at CoSTUME NATIONAL and Barneys.

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Do you want to smell like Mos Def? Well, do you? We’re not big fans of the celebrity fragrance but this one, with its impressive design and refreshing lack of celeb branding, struck us as a little interesting. Yassin Bey as he’s known to his friends and family has recently set up a design coop called ‘Fellowship Mission’. A group of creative minded cohorts (including Chris Gibbs of LA’s UNION) looking to produce all manner of stylish goods, this fragrance is one of their first products. “Harun No. 7 is a special blend of woodsy, spicy, Indian attar, with a refreshing citrus top note. Bottled in Brooklyn…100% natural and  free of alcohol and chemicals, can be used as a fragrance for the body or burned in the home.” Find it at UNION.

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A new collection of scents from Mad et Len. As Por Vocacao tells us, “With its artisanal perfume making formula, we knew Mad et Len was going to be a hit, the moment we first set our eyes on those alluring black vials. Standing a long way from massive perfume making, the french brand focuses on sourcing the best natural raw materials.” Waft this way if you could, please.

Our giveaway today comes from Johan Lindeberg’s BLK DNM line. The New York based online brand, which offers a direct to sale model to consumers has garnered a serious following in the city and beyond. Their Perfume 11 is the latest addition to their offering. It is a true unisex fragrance which mixes in various scent memories from Lindeberg’s past.  Perfume 11 can also be yours this holiday season… here is your chance to win.

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2. “Like” BLK DNM on Facebook.
3. “Like” this post on Facebook.

It’s that easy. Contest begins today. Winners will be announced after December 24.

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Fantastic Man is recommending this “rare” floral based scent by Edition de Parfum’s Frédéric Malle, worked with Dominique Ropion. They mention that it smells like a “good” gin and tonic. We just hope in that it wafts in a way that does not label the wearer as drinking in the mid-afternoon day – which would be fine in some cities.

Odin’s latest fragrance, 07, is their latest unisex offering developed with Paris-based Drom perfumer Corinne Cachen. “Layering classically American scents inspired by the woods and surrounding waters of Northern California, 07 Tanoke arrives at a clean, crisp aroma that is grounded with a natural warmness. The masculine and feminine dichotomy that defines Odin Fragrances.” The 100ml bottle retails for $120 at ODIN NYC, Barneys and other retailers.

Johan Lindeberg debuted the new BLK DNM fragrance last week during Art Basel. Entitled, “Perfume 11,” the new BLK DNM scent is a unisex affair which is inspired by the scent in women throughout Lindeberg’s life. Respect to that. Except notes of “black amber, birch tar, and soft musks (base notes) blend with incense, fir balsam (mid notes) and finally cardamom (top notes) to create a peppery blend.”

Lindeberg notes that the numerical “11″ denotes 2011. In his mind, “between this year’s nuclear, financial and political crises and rallies, I feel an energy right now that is not dissimilar to the political movement and idealism I experienced… in the late 60’s. The current climate is a strong inspiration for me.” The 50ml “Perfume 11″ is available online and at their Lafayette St. location in New York City.

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Holiday 2011 seems like a good time for Sam Shipley and Jeff Halmos to deliver their new unisex fragrance. Working with brooklyn-based perfumer DS & Durga, Shipley and Halmos bring a childhood mix of memories from Colorado’s Rocky Mountains and South Florida’s waterways to the new scent. “Colorado and Florida” was inspired by two terms: “suntan lotion” and “alpine snow.” We hope to catch a wafting of it soon. A limited run is available now at Bird for $98.

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Time again for the annual Selectism Holiday Giveaways. As we have done for the past two years, we’ll be dropping a wide range of gifts onto you, the loyal Selectism reader. Many thanks for being here with us.

We start it off with this great gift set for the gents from the Hanae Mori. The gift set includes a Hanae Mori after shave balm and a 3.4oz bottle of their woodsy and masculine fragrance, HM. GQ gave the Hanae Mori line love in 2011. We think you will love it as well.

To enter to win:

1. “Like” Selectism on Facebook
3. “Like” this post on Facebook.

It’s that easy. Contest begins today. Winners will be announced after December 10.

GANT prepares the launch of their first fragrance available today exclusively at GANT stores throughout the world. GANT worked with perfumer Pierre Wulff and bottle designer Pierre Dinand on the scent and bottle which is inspired by the sailing and coastal living of New England. The scent is described as “[the] freshness of the sea and the woody aroma of boats. Tar, ocean and wood scents blend with notes of lemon, coriander and lavender, resulting in a remarkably fresh and masculine scent.”